Definition of 'lofty'

Adjective

1. of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style; "an exalted ideal"; "argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks; "a noble and lofty concept"; "a grand purpose"
      Synonyms: exalted sublime grand high-flown high-minded rarefied rarified idealistic noble-minded
2. of imposing height; especially standing out above others; "an eminent peak"; "lofty mountains"; "the soaring spires of the cathedral"; "towering icebergs"
      Synonyms: eminent soaring towering
3. having or displaying great dignity or nobility; "a gallant pageant"; "lofty ships"; "majestic cities"; "proud alpine peaks"
      Synonyms: gallant majestic proud

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